2008 Ford Focus vs. 1983 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Kadett (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 Opel Kadett.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Opel Kadett (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1983 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
